What is the cheapest way to get from Ayr to Stonehaven?

The cheapest way to get from Ayr to Stonehaven is to bus via Dundee which costs £22 - £40 and takes 5h 20m.

What is the fastest way to get from Ayr to Stonehaven?

The fastest way to get from Ayr to Stonehaven is to drive which takes 2h 54m and costs £40 - £60.

Is there a direct bus between Ayr and Stonehaven?

No, there is no direct bus from Ayr station to Stonehaven. However, there are services departing from Ayr Bus Station and arriving at Barclay Street via Buchanan Bus Station and Union Square Bus Station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 5h 15m.

Is there a direct train between Ayr and Stonehaven?

No, there is no direct train from Ayr to Stonehaven. However, there are services departing from Ayr and arriving at Stonehaven via Glasgow Queen Street. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 4h 25m.

How far is it from Ayr to Stonehaven?

The distance between Ayr and Stonehaven is 179 miles. The road distance is 161.8 miles.

How do I travel from Ayr to Stonehaven without a car?

The best way to get from Ayr to Stonehaven without a car is to train which takes 4h 25m and costs £30 - £70.

How long does it take to get from Ayr to Stonehaven?

It takes approximately 4h 25m to get from Ayr to Stonehaven, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Ayr to Stonehaven bus from?

Ayr to Stonehaven bus services, operated by Stagecoach West Scotland, depart from Ayr Bus Station.

Where do I catch the Ayr to Stonehaven train from?

Ayr to Stonehaven train services, operated by ScotRail, depart from Ayr station.

Train or bus from Ayr to Stonehaven?

The best way to get from Ayr to Stonehaven is to train which takes 4h 25m and costs £30 - £70. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs £15 - £45 and takes 5h 15m.

Where does the Ayr to Stonehaven bus arrive?

Ayr to Stonehaven bus services, operated by Stagecoach West Scotland, arrive at Buchanan Bus Station.

Where does the Ayr to Stonehaven train arrive?

Ayr to Stonehaven train services, operated by ScotRail, arrive at Glasgow Central station.

Can I drive from Ayr to Stonehaven?

Yes, the driving distance between Ayr to Stonehaven is 162 miles. It takes approximately 2h 54m to drive from Ayr to Stonehaven.

How do I get a train ticket from Ayr to Stonehaven?

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Where can I stay near Stonehaven?

There are 644+ hotels available in Stonehaven.

Ayr to Stonehaven - 5 ways to travel via train, bus, and car

There are 5 ways to get from Ayr to Stonehaven by train, bus, or car

Select an option below to see step-by-step directions and to compare ticket prices and travel times in Rome2Rio's travel planner.

Train
best
1. Take the train from Ayr to Glasgow CentralAyr - Glasgow Central / ...
2. Take the train from Glasgow Queen Street to StonehavenGlasgow Queen Street - Aberdeen
4h 25m
£30–70
Bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Ayr Bus Station to Buchanan Bus StationX77 / ...
2. Take the bus from Buchanan Bus Station to Union Square Bus StationM9
5h 15m
£16–45
Drive 160.8 mi
1. Drive from Ayr to Stonehaven160.8 mi
2h 54m
£41–59
Bus, train
1. Take the bus from Ayr Bus Station to Bath StreetX77 / ...
2. Take the train from Glasgow Queen Street to StonehavenGlasgow Queen Street - Aberdeen
4h 34m
£30–63
Bus via Dundee
1. Take the bus from Ayr Bus Station to Buchanan Bus StationX77
2. Take the bus from Glasgow Buchanan Bus Station Stance 52 to Dundee Seagate Bus Station
3. Take the bus from Seagate Bus Station to Lloyds PharmacyX7
5h 20m
£23–39

Ayr to Stonehaven by train and foot

61Weekly Services

4h 25mAverage Duration

£30Cheapest Price

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Distance: 178 mi
Duration: 4h 25m

What companies run services between Ayr, Scotland and Stonehaven, Scotland?

You can take a train from Ayr to Stonehaven via Glasgow Central and Glasgow Queen Street in around 4h 25m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Ayr Bus Station to Barclay Street via Buchanan Bus Station and Union Square Bus Station in around 5h 15m.

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